Key Facts

Also available part-time and can be up to eight years. The part-time students join the full-time students for all modules. Therefore most of the modules are completed between 9.00am and 6.00pm on weekdays.

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Course Overview

This course is focused on developing your academic and practical understanding of sport through a bilingual medium. Whilst some of this course will be delivered through the medium of English, most of the course is available through the medium of Welsh and is designed to meet the increasing demand for graduates who have bilingual capabilities and qualifications.

Whilst the course offers broad range of subjects and disciplinary approaches, the curriculum allows you to focus and specialise as you progress through the three years of academic study. In addition to the comprehensive theoretical and practical academic framework, you will be encouraged to build up a portfolio of UKCC coaching qualifications, work placement learning and experiences during your time at University. Cardiff Met offers on-campus opportunities for you to engage in and has excellent links with Sport Cardiff and surrou​nding schools and local authorities.

​Course Content​​

​In terms of content, the course offers you the opportunity to understand and examine sport from a variety of disciplinary approaches. For example, you will learn about:

The science of sporting performance (physiology, psychology and biomechanics).

The coaching process (practical and theoretical).

The socio-cultural and ethical significance of sport and physical activity.

The issues associated with the provision of physical education and youth sport from a pedagogical perspective. ​

Year 1

In the first year, you will undertake 6 compulsory modules, 5 of which will be through the medium of Welsh. These modules provide a broad introduction to the academic study of sport, focusing on sports coaching, sports science, P.E. and youth sport, and the socio-cultural study of sport.

These first year modules also allow you to practice and develop your Welsh language academic skills. You will also be introduced to the process of conducting research in sport, as well as two practical modules of your choice (to be studied through the medium of English).

Cyflwyniad i'r Broses Ymchwil

Introduction to Applied Principles and Techniques in Professional Practice

Cyflwyniad i faterion Diwylliannol-Gymdeithasol mewn Chwaraeon

Cyflwyniad i Chwaraeon a Gwyddor Ymarfer

Cyflwyniad i Hyfforddi Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol

Cyflwyniad i Addysg Gorfforol a Chwaraeon Ieuenctid

Year 2

In the second year, you are required to study a minimum of 4 modules through the medium of Welsh but do have some options to develop a degree pathway that is personalised and specific to your individual needs and interests. Compulsory:

Or you can opt to study a Welsh medium module offered by University of Wales Trinity Saint David instead of the practical module above.

Option modules: Choose 3 or 4 of the Welsh medium modules below:

Cymdeithaseg Chwaraeon

Hyfforddi Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol

Addysg Gorfforol a Chwaraeon Ieuenctid

Ffisioleg Chwaraeon ac Ymarfer Cymwysedig

If you have only selected 3 of the above Welsh-medium modules, then you can select one English medium module from the list below:

Sport Marketing & Entrepreneurship

Contemporary People Management

Ethics in Sport

Applied Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise

Applied Sport and Exercise Psychology

Year 3

In the 3rd year you must complete an independent project (dissertation) through the medium of Welsh that addresses a research topic within an area of your choice. You will also select at least 3 welsh-medium modules, and again have the opportunity to develop a degree pathway that is personalised and specific to the your needs and interests and possibly with the view to enhance employability.

Compulsory:

Prosiect Annibynnol

Option modules: Choose at least 3 or 4 of the Welsh-medium modules below:

Cymdeithaseg Diwylliant Corfforol a Chwaraeon

Dygsu Seiliedig ar Ddatrys mewn Hyfforddi

Addysg Gorfforol Uwch

Ffisioleg Ymarfer ar gyfer Iechyd

If you have only selected 3 of the above Welsh-medium modules, then you can select one English medium module from the list below:

Ethical Issues in Sport

Problem-Based Learning in Coaching

Profiad Gwaith

Work Experience

Sport and Exercise Biomechanics

Exercise Psychology

Sport Psychology

Problem-Based Learning Through Outdoor Adventurous Activities

Learning & Teaching​

The learning and teaching methods include lectures, seminars, workshops and tutorials and staff and students are expected to support these sessions via Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Lead lectures introduce key topics and concepts, which are developed through a range other learning and teaching methods such as seminar, tutorials, workshops to enhance your experience and engagement. You are also able to meet tutors or any other members of staff on a one to one basis. As a school, we are keen to implement the principal aim of Cardiff Metropolitan University's Learning, Teaching and Assessment strategy: To provide student-cantered learning opportunities that deliver a quality and flexible learning environment. Improving personalised support and access to academic staff.

Through the programme, you will normally experience both tutor-led learning (usually at Year 1) and self-directed methods of learning, increasing independence and reflection encouraging positive attitudes towards lifelong learning (year 2 and 3).​​

Assessment

The assessment strategies within the ‘Astudiaethau Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol’ programme are diverse and provide enough flexibility for you to pursue and develop individual interests.

Modules are assessed primarily by a combination of varying types of assessments (e.g., written coursework, poster presentations, oral presentations, portfolios, seen and unseen exams, practical skills assessments) that are designed to assess, develop, and enhance your academic and employability skills.

Assessments are designed to support your learning experience and provide opportunities for you to engage in formative and summative assessments to test knowledge, ability, skill, and critical understanding.

Employability & Careers​

The ‘Astudiaethau Chwaraeon ac Addysg Gorfforol’ degree prepares you for success in a range of professions, both within the sports industry, including careers in sports coaching, physical education, sports administration, sports media, and roles with national governing bodies, and within the graduate sector more broadly. It is increasingly the case that such careers within the sports sector in Wales (in particular teaching and coaching) require students who possess bilingual skills. This course specifically prepares you to apply for careers where bilingualism and Welsh language skills are desirable or essential.

The subjects studied and skills learnt will give you the opportunity to continue their education to Master and Doctorate level or to undertake a Postgraduate Certificate in Education.

Entry Requirements​ & How to Apply​

Please note: The following entry requirements relate to September 2017 entry and use the new UCAS tariff. Please refer to our
Entry Requirements for further information on the new tariff, or contact Admissions if you have any questions.

​Applicants should preferably have a strong sporting profile. Applicants should normally have five GCSEs including GCSE English Language (or Welsh First Language) and Maths at grade C or above (grade 4 or above for applicants holding newly reformed GCSEs in England) plus 120 points from 3 A levels (or equivalent). Typical offers may include:

A Levels: 120 points to include grades BB. Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be considered as a third subject ​

QCF BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM to include 12 Distinctions overall

Irish Leaving Certificate: 120 points from Highers to include 3 x H2 grades within relevant subject (minimum grade considered at Higher is H4​)

Scottish Advanced Highers: 120 points to include grades CC

Access to Higher Education Diploma: Pass with 15 credits with Distinction and 30 credits with Merit

If you are studying combinations of the above, or if your qualification isn't listed, please either contact Admissions or refer to the
UCAS Course Search​ for the entry requirements.​

International Applicants: Before making an application, international students (those outside of the EU), should contact the International Office at Cardiff Met to discuss the necessary procedures in relation to studying with us. For further information visit
www.cardiffmet.ac.uk/international.

Selection Procedure:Selection is based on the receipt of a completed UCAS application and attendance to a Sport Applicant Day.

Sport Applicant Days:
Successful applicants will be invited to a Sport Specific Applicant Day as part of the application process. For more information about Sport Open and Applicant Days, please click here.

Successful applicants are expected to give first priority to the university sports teams throughout their undergraduate careers.

Applicants
are advised not to make multiple applications for other undergraduate degree courses within the Cardiff School of Sport, as applicants may have the chance to change option.